--- title: Private Day Tour - Kyoto Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Perfect Tour! lang: en type: tour city: Kyoto country: Japan price: 105 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.78 reviews: 37 duration_minutes: 360 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 8 of 9 (Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/private-day-tour-kyoto-arashiyama-bamboo-forest-perfect-tour/ --- # Private Day Tour - Kyoto Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Perfect Tour! **Guidekin's take:** Explore Arashiyama's bamboo paths, temples and Katsura River bridges on a private tour for your party. Guiding is included; entrance fees and meals are extra, and the route involves plenty of walking. 4.78 from 37 reviews at €105 per person for 6h. In our comparison: #8 of 9 in Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Saga/Arashiyama, located in the western part of Kyoto City, is home to many attractive spots that transport visitors back a thousand years ago, such as historic temples and shrines, bamboo forest paths, and bridges across the Katsura River. This tour will take you through Arashiyama's scenic spots and provide you with a wealth of Kyoto's history and seasonal beauty. Even though it's my first time, I'm sure I'll want to visit again. Let's go on a perfect tour of Arashiyama to enjoy with all five senses! [Visit Spots] ・Nonomiya Shrine ・Arashiyama Bamboo Grove ・Jojakko-ji Temple ・Tenryu-ji Temple ・Arashiyama Shopping Street ・Togetsu-kyo Bridge ・Arashiyama Monky Park ## Before you book - Meeting point: JR Saga Arashiyama Station, - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 10:00: one departure a day - Food not included: Breakdown: Transportation: 0 JPY,… **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €105 per person - Duration: 6h - Rating: 4.78/5 from 37 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: OTOMO Travel Guide - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 10:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.78 from 37 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 36 of 37. - 5 stars: 31 (84%) - 4 stars: 5 (14%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (3%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Private Tour - Necessary expenses for the tour guide - Tour Guide ## Not included - Estimated Costs of the Tour: 3,500 JPY per Person - Breakdown: Transportation: 0 JPY, Admission Fees: 2,400 JPY, Meal costs: 1,000 JPY per Person - Optional Experience Costs: 100 JPY per Person ## Itinerary 1. **Nonomiya Shrine** (20m) - : This shrine is located in the bamboo forest of Arashiyama. This shrine was the setting for the 1,000-year-old historical work The Tale of Genji, and is believed to bring blessings such as marriage and fertility. Enjoy the quiet and magical atmosphere of the temple grounds,... 2. **The Bamboo Forest Trail** (15m) - Arashiyama Bamboo Grove: The bamboo forest path is one of Kyoto's most famous sightseeing spots. Bamboo trees about 20 meters high stand on both sides of the 400 meter long road, making it look like a green tunnel. You can enjoy a leisurely stroll while being surrounded by... 3. **Jojakkoji Temple** (30m) - Jojakko-ji Temple: This is a temple surrounded by lush greenery located halfway up Mt. Ogura. Many maple trees are planted within the grounds, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of each season. Because it is located on a hill, you can get a panoramic view of the area around... 4. **Tenryu-ji Temple** (1h) - : It is a representative Zen temple in Arashiyama, Kyoto. This prestigious and historic temple was built by the first shogun of the Muromachi Shogunate, and there are many attractions within the grounds, including a beautiful garden and a large dragon painting. Experience Zen... 5. **Arashiyama** (1h) - shopping street: This is Arashiyama's main street. There are many shops representing Kyoto and Arashiyama. Not only can you enjoy gourmet food unique to Kyoto, but buying souvenirs is also fun. 6. **Togetsukyo Bridge: This is a famous bridge that spans the Katsura River and i...** (20m) - Togetsukyo Bridge: This is a famous bridge that spans the Katsura River and is a symbol of the Arashiyama area. It is said that the unique name of the bridge was derived from the way the moon moves over the bridge. Take a commemorative photo on the bridge, which was designed... 7. **Monkey Park Iwatayama** (1h 20m) - Arashiyama Monkey Park IWATAYAMA: This park is home to Arashiyama's wild monkeys, and is a popular spot where you can enjoy interacting with them. You can also see the city of Kyoto from the top of the mountain. Enjoy contact with animals and nature at the same time! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point JR Saga Arashiyama Station, in front of the ticket gate Ends: Keifuku Arashiyama Main Line, Arashiyama Station ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - All transportation costs, entrance fees, food and drink costs, etc. incurred at the visited spots, will be borne by the customer. - If the weather is bad on the day, there is a possibility that the means of transportation, destinations, and routes may be changed. - The disbanding location is different from the meeting location. If you wish to change the dissolution location, please consult your guide. - There will be a lot of walking, so please wear comfortable shoes and clothes. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €210 | €105 | | 4 | €212 | €53 | | 6 | €210 | €35 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours start at €109 per person. ## Compared with other Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #8 of 9** | €105 | 6h | 4.78 (37) | private | | [5-hr Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Hidden Garden Walking Tour](/japan/kyoto/tours/5-hr-kyoto-arashiyama-bamboo-forest-hidden-garden-walking-tour/?format=md) | €118 | 5h | 4.96 (491) | shared | | [Kyoto top must-see Golden pavilion and Bamboo forest half-day Private tour](/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-top-must-see-golden-pavilion-and-bamboo-forest-half-day-private-tour/?format=md) | €107 | 4h | 4.97 (61) | private | | [Arashiyama Bamboo Forest E-Biking Tour](/japan/kyoto/tours/arashiyama-bamboo-forest-e-biking-tour/?format=md) | €109 | 4h 15m | 4.93 (215) | shared | Ranked #8 of 9 in Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €105 to €260, median €117; typical length 5h. 6 of 9 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/arashiyama-tours/?format=md ## More in Kyoto - All Kyoto tours: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/private-day-tour-kyoto-arashiyama-bamboo-forest-perfect-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/?format=md